Hart - Faultless on the goal and little else to do. Solid with the routine saves. 6.5
Richards - A decent enough performance but not enough to take the position back from Boateng. 6.5
Boyata - Impressed from a technical standpoint but lacked a little presence. 6.5
Lescott - Looked static and immobile for the most part. Error led to the goal, which could have been more costly. 5.5
Zabaleta - As it says on the tin. Solid, dependable, willing - all the traits Mancini loves about him. 6.5
Vieira - One of the better players in the first-half, but faded a little later in the game. Looked good though. 7
de Jong - Far more presence about him. Strong in the tackle and more involved. 7
Johnson - Penetrating at times and looks more of a goal threat with each game. 7.5
Wright-Phillips - Like Richards, had a chance to shine. Some good moments but didn't quite grab the opportunity. 7
Silva - The most enjoyable individual display I have seen for some time. A real joy to watch and he looks to be some player. 9
Adebayor - Cool and collected with all three finishes. With confidence he looks such a different player. 8.5
Subs:
Yaya Toure - Brief run out ahead of the Arsenal game. 6.5
Jo - Stretched his legs but little impact in a brief introduction. 6
Bridge - No time to impact. n/a